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I'm new to the group. I have been diagnosed with Stage 2 lung cancer sub type mucinous. Really scared about the journey I am embarking upon. The cancer team have suggested chemo/immunotherapy followed by surgery to remove the lower half of my right lung. I have asked whether this approach is suitable for my sub type but have been met with vague responses such as 'there's not a long of data for this subtype' and 'we know it's produced amazing results in other lung cancers'. I am left wondering if I should push to have surgery first and have little time to make this decision as the chemo and immunotherapy are due to start next week.

Would love to hear from anyone who has had a similar experience.

Thanks

Jagman 22 hours ago

Hi' Julie, My only experience is I had Lung "C" in 04. I went for surgery first. This was after a 80mm "C" in my bowel in 03. I visited the Oncologist to discus post op' Chemo' but fortunately for me because of my general fitness and good health he didn't think I needed it. It did return in my lung as I've said but I feel quite normal now and happy with myself. I have 6 monthly scans and my last one was two month ago, no news is good news You will be looked after as you progress. I'm pleased I didn't go for the Chemo' because of the after effects I've heard about. It is your choice but honestly I am H A P P Y.

Julie26 22 hours ago in reply to Jagman

Hi Jagman

Thanks for taking the time to respond to my post. Did you have surgery on your lung in addition to the surgery on your bowel in 03?

Also, so good to know that you are HAPPY.

Julie

Jagman 15 hours ago in reply to Julie26

Yes Julie I had surgery on my lung. But Was only in hospital three days. I'm still a little sore in the wound area but nothing to shout about.

Think about it only in three days hope you get the same

Julie26 14 hours ago in reply to Jagman

That's good to know. I hope I'm the same. I had a bit of a wobble yesterday when I went to see the surgeon and he said he would attempt keyhole but it could be open surgery. They are going to remove the lower right lobe. However I am otherwise fit and healthy.

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